Provided by HiFX
To help you get more for your money, we've teamed up with international payments specialists HiFX to offer you highly competitive exchange rates to both private individuals and businesses.
Whether you're making regular international payments or simply need to make a one-off transfer, poor exchange rates and expensive fees can make a big difference to the amount of currency you receive in your bank account. Built from their experience of managing billions in foreign exchange each year, HiFX has created a range of simple international payments services designed to save you time and money. For smaller amounts, HiFX Online provides you with the quickest and easiest way to convert £50 – £300,000 online at the touch of a button wherever you have access to the internet and as it's all online, there’s no need to telephone your broker or stand in line at a foreign exchange counter. For larger transfers, their telephone based foreign exchange service gives you access to your own dedicated dealer who will get to know you and your individual requirements providing a high level of proactivity and personal service. Finally, if you're making regular payments (salary and overseas pension transfers, international mortgage payments, school fees etc.) the HiFX Regular Transfers service offers the ultimate in convenience. Transfer with HiFX now
* No transfer fees for amounts of £3,000 and above. £9 for amounts below £3,000. This does not include the cost of you transferring the funds to HiFX and any charges incurred where the funds being sent are in a different currency to the destination bank account.
Designed to keep you one step ahead, MyHiFX enables you to set personalised rate alerts, access live customer rates, monitor your key currencies and make international payments – all in a few clicks.
Be the first to know. So for example, if you'd like to know when the Euro next hits €1.25 or the US dollar hits $1.65 simply tell us and we'll automatically alert you by email when your target rate is reached.
Get connected today. Make sure you don't miss out when the markets are in your favour! Simply sign up today and you’ll get immediate access to both MyHiFX and bank beating exchange rates on all your international payments within minutes.
Make a transfer With HiFX Online you simply log in to your account to get a quote before transferring your currency to accounts worldwide. When making a transfer you’ll automatically receive an email with the details of the transaction for your records and complete peace of mind.
Track the progress of your payment When you want to track the progress of your transactions and view any actions you are required to take, simply log in to HiFX Online. There’s even a handy diary function that keeps track of when all your payments are due and tells you what actions you are required to take. Best of all you can keep track of transactions and manage your account 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
Manage the accounts you pay regularly With HiFX Online you can set up and save the details of multiple recipients saving you time and making it even easier when making payments in the future.
Access your complete account history Looking for a particular transaction? Review your full account history and see a summary of all your payments online. All transaction documentation is available for you to save on your computer or can be printed if you need a hard copy.
Regulatory information HiFX PLC is authorised by the Financial Services Authority under the Payment Services Regulations 2009, registration number 462444, for the provision of payment services. HiFX PLC is also a registered MSB with HM Revenue & Customs – registration number 12131222
Security of Funds When buying or selling currency with us, your funds are held either in pooled client trust bank accounts or are held at one of our counterparty brokers as cash in transit or collateral to meet our obligations relating to clients’ trades. Funds can be used to fulfil the contractual obligations of our clients but will never be anywhere other than:
Online security HiFX Online is Norton secured. The Norton seal is the most recognised trust mark on the internet and helps companies and consumers all over the World engage in trusted communications and commerce billions of times every day. 97 of the World's 100 largest SSL-using banks and over 93% of Fortune 500 companies use SSL Certificates sold by Norton. In addition, Norton secures more than one million Web servers worldwide, more than any other Certificate Authority.
Payments & settlements As one of the UK’s largest currency specialists, HiFX has access to SWIFT, the world's largest payments and settlements network for domestic and international trades. This ensures HiFX clients benefit from faster payments and enhanced security.
HiFX Online accepts a wide range of debit and credit cards and you can also make payments to HiFX via electronic transfer (i.e. BACS and CHAPS).
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Their telephone based foreign exchange service gives you access to your own dedicated dealer who will get to know you and your individual requirements providing a highly personalised service and a range of cost effective transaction options including protection from negative exchange rate movements. See how easy it is to make and track international payments with our 30 second video. It's quick to sign up, free and you get all of these great benefits:
Fluctuating exchange rates can make a huge difference to the cost of your transfer. Unlike your bank, we spend the time and effort to understand your needs and how exchange rate fluctuations affect you. We are also more effective at communicating relevant market moves and making you aware of economic factors which are likely to impact the exchange rate. Sign up today
Your personal dealer will be an experienced market professional who can discuss and execute a range of alternative options including spot (buy now, pay now), forward contracts (buy now, pay later, with the ability to lock in the exchange rate for up to 12 months) or market orders. We act on your recorded verbal instructions, given over the phone for your security and peace of mind. Sign up today
Make a transfer. For amounts of £50 - £300,000 you can also simply log in to your account to get a quote and access highly competitive, live exchange rates before transferring your currency to accounts worldwide.
Track the progress of your payment. When you want to track the progress of your transactions and view any actions you are required to take, simply log in to HiFX Online. There’s even a handy diary function that keeps track of when all your payments are due and tells you what actions you are required to take. Best of all, you can keep track of transactions and manage your account 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
Manage the accounts you pay regularly. With HiFX Online you can set up and save the details of multiple recipients saving you time and making it even easier when making payments in the future.
Access your complete account history. Looking for a particular transaction? Review your full account history and see a summary of all your payments online. All transaction documentation is available for you to save on your computer or can be printed if you need a hard copy.
Regulatory information. HiFX PLC is authorised by the Financial Services Authority under the Payment Services Regulations 2009, registration number 462444, for the provision of payment services. HiFX PLC is also a registered MSB with HM Revenue & Customs – registration number 12131222
Security of Funds. When buying or selling currency with us, your funds are held either in pooled client trust bank accounts or are held at one of our counterparty brokers as cash in transit or collateral to meet our obligations relating to clients’ trades. Funds can be used to fulfil the contractual obligations of our clients but will never be anywhere other than:
Online security. HiFX Online is Norton secured. The Norton seal is the most recognised trust mark on the internet and helps companies and consumers all over the World engage in trusted communications and commerce billions of times every day. 97 of the World's 100 largest SSL-using banks and over 93% of Fortune 500 companies use SSL Certificates sold by Norton. In addition, Norton secures more than one million Web servers worldwide, more than any other Certificate Authority.
Payments & settlements. As one of the UK’s largest currency specialists, HiFX has access to SWIFT, the World's largest payments and settlements network for domestic and international trades. This ensures HiFX clients benefit from faster payments and enhanced security.
As one of the UK’s leading independent currency specialists, HiFX market professionals are frequent commentators in the World’s print and broadcast media on a range of business and personal finance issues. Sign up today
Whether you're paying an international mortgage, making salary transfers or transferring a UK pension overseas, whatever you're regular payments needs, the HiFX Regular Transfers service provides you with the quickest and easiest way to make frequent international payments and avoid any unnecessary fees each and every time you make a currency transfer. Fast to set up payments are automated via direct debit so you can be completely confident that your international payments are made on time, every time.
Avoid having to speak to your bank or arrange an online transfer each month and get great value for money. Our Regular Transfers Service enables you to set up automated transfers via Direct Debit for up to 12 months. Payment dates and schedules can be set up to suit your needs giving you the peace of mind that future payments will be made on time every time without the need for you to arrange anything further. You give us your instructions once. We then take care of everything else. Time after time, year after year... Sign up today
Most high street banks will charge up to £25 for each and every international transfer you make. With HiFX there are no transfer charges saving you up to £300 a year on banking fees alone. In addition by using our Regular Transfer Service you will avoid commission charges*.
*This does not include the cost of you transferring the funds to HiFX and any charges incurred where the funds being sent are in a different currency to the destination bank account. As part of the service, HiFX provides one free transfer per trade.
Tailored to your individual requirements, simple, fast and cost-effective, you can fix the foreign currency amount and cost for each payment for up to 12months. If you want to arrange ad-hoc international money transfers as and when you need to, our online currency exchange service is quick, easy to use and highly secure. You’ll simply need to log on, book an exchange rate and send your currency wherever you need it to go.
However you choose to manage your regular transfers, we’ll ensure the process is quick, easy and great value for money. Sign up today
The exchange rates below were obtained by independent research company DQM Group. Based on sending £10,000 into Euros. Results have been ranked by amount received (after fees, where applicable). Last updated on 18 January 2013 at 09:30